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Carson crafts a fascinating universe, pushing the boundaries of imagination while addressing universal truths about humanity and isolation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuickly, While They Still Have Horses\u003c\/strong\u003e is another gem in the general fiction category, offering readers a thought-provoking exploration of themes like memory, identity, and the passage of time. Carson's keen insight into human nature and her ability to weave intricate plots make this book an unforgettable read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJan Carson's dazzling prose and storytelling dexterity ensure a captivating reading experience for those who dive into her works. Whether you're seeking a heartwarming tale, a fantastical journey, or a reflective exploration, Carson's books offer something for every reader.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"childrens-children-by-jan-carson-9781804995822","title":"Children's Children","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA reissue of the debut short story collection from the multi-award-winning author of \u003cem\u003eThe Raptures\u003c\/em\u003e, with a new bonus story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRead the debut short story collection from the multi-award-winning author of \u003cem\u003eThe Raptures\u003c\/em\u003e, now updated with a new bonus story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJan Carson is a born storyteller\u003c\/em\u003e – Lisa McInerney\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA floating six-year-old tethered to the backyard fence; two siblings watching their parents argue inside a greenhouse; a human statue who's lost the ability to move; a support group for the haunted – the characters in \u003cem\u003eChildren's Children\u003c\/em\u003e are all falling apart in their own peculiar ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTold in Jan Carson's distinctive voice, her debut short story collection contains absurdist, darkly humorous, and heartbreaking stories which explore the concept of legacy, and the impact of one generation upon the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRAISE FOR JAN CARSON\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'These stories are pure magic, funny, sharp, heartbreaking, the short form at its absolute best. 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Exactly how it should be.\u003c\/em\u003e - LISA MCINERNEY, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Glorious Heresies\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePure magic, funny, sharp, heartbreaking, the short form at its absolute best. Jan Carson is a unique and very special writer, one of the greatest of the modern fabulists.\u003c\/em\u003e - DONAL RYAN, author of \u003cem\u003eHeart Be At Peace\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn sixteen sparkling stories, Jan Carson introduces us to worlds and characters that feel real enough to touch. All of life is here - the thrill of growing up, the grief when youth is over; first love, mature love, parenthood and loss - all shot through with profound compassion, warm wit, and boundless imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 'A Certain Degree of Ownership', a distracted couple on a beach fail to notice their baby crawl perilously towards the sea. 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